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YNA 820X

1982 Caterham Seven (S3)

Multi-colour Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

66,108 mi
Last recorded66,108 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Caterham Seven (S3)44,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNA 820X
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1982
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 66,108 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 65,634 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 64,963 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 64,329 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 63,457 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 62,481 miles

Headlamp beam images are poor

Number plates in poor condition

Pass 8 Jul 2016 61,374 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE IN POOR CONDITION

OFFSIDE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER IS LEAKING

Pass 17 Jul 2015 60,399 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight play in front wheel bearings

wiper blades poor

Fail 16 Jul 2015 60,399 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight play in front wheel bearings

wiper blades poor

Pass 7 Jul 2014 59,858 miles

slight play in front wheel bearings

some oil leaking from o/s/f shock absorber

wiper blades poor

Pass 28 Jun 2013 58,440 miles

Very slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 4 Jul 2012 9,231 miles

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 5 Jul 2011 56,100 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 54,579 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 52,906 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 51,029 miles

slight play offside front wheel bearing

Pass 3 Jul 2007 48,723 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 47,644 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?

Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
613
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 476
Steering rack gaiter split 309
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 206
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 188
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 185
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YNA 820X is a 1982 Caterham Seven (S3) in Multi-colour with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1982 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 44,280 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven (S3) fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YNA 820X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven (S3) typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 44 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YNA 820X registered?

YNA 820X is a 1982 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 21 May 1982.

Is YNA 820X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNA 820X shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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